xvii, 179 pages ; 22 cm

This book established bell hooks as one of feminism's most vital and influential voices. A new preface by the author introduces the second edition of this essential classic to a new generation of feminist readers, while reminding seasoned activists of the need for continual, critical reflection. This work is a comprehensive examination of the core issues of sexual politics, including political solidarity among women, men as partners in struggle, and the feminist movement to end violence. Always engaging and frequently provocative, hooks combines an accessible style with critical insight to offer a vision of feminism rooted in compassion, respect, and integrity

Includes bibliographical references (pages 167-172) and index

Black women : shaping feminist theory -- Feminism : a movement to end sexist oppression -- The significance of feminist movement -- Sisterhood : political solidarity among women -- Men : comrades in struggle -- Changing perspectives on power -- Rethinking the nature of work -- Educating women : a feminist agenda -- Feminist movement to end violence -- Revolutionary parenting -- Ending female sexual oppression -- Feminist revolution : development through struggle

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